CIU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing receives state approval
March 28, 2022
The South Carolina Board of Nursing has approved Columbia International University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program to open this August for the 2022-2023 academic year. The program comes…
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Bon Secours names Chief Clinical Officer in Greenville
March 28, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System welcomed aboard its new Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Bruce Swords, today. He is new to the Greenville area and brings with him a wealth…
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Bon Secours Mercy Health to support people of Ukraine
March 28, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, is committed to bringing good help to those in need, both at home and abroad, and is in…
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Increased rates of colon cancer among younger patients highlights need for education on symptoms and screening
March 24, 2022
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Prisma Heath wants to alert its communities that according to National Cancer Institute rates of colorectal cancer in young people have steadily risen in…
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Arielya Binn, Adult and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner joins Palmetto Primary Care Physicians
March 23, 2022
Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP), the largest independent multi-specialty group in South Carolina, is excited to announce that Arielya Binn, AGNP has joined Amber Moses, FNP at their West Columbia…
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Health Policy Fellows recognized by the S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health
March 22, 2022Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The…
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DHEC observes World TB Day, continues efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) in South Carolina
March 22, 2022
To raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) prevention and treatment methods, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is joining national and international partners in recognizing March 24…
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Blood Drive Scheduled for March 24 at Clinton Library
March 21, 2022
Blood supply continues to be at critically low levels. The Clinton branch of the Laurens County Library System will hold a blood drive on Thursday, March 24 from 10 am…
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EPA must take swift, strong action against New Indy facility to mitigate odor issues
March 20, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) continues to work with state and federal leaders to address the negative impact the New Indy Containerboard facility in Catawba…
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DHEC partners with Goodwill for community COVID-19 vaccination opportunities in Upstate and Midlands
March 20, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is partnering with Goodwill Industries of the Upstate/Midlands South Carolina to offer COVID-19 vaccination clinics in these two areas over the course…
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Fetter Health Care Network expands school-based health care services to R.B. Stall High School
March 15, 2022Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has expanded its school-based health care services to the students of R.B. Stall High School in North Charleston, SC. Fetter, a Lowcountry-based Federally Qualified Health…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dr. Cephus Simmons, SealCath
March 15, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Ryan Thorne named South Carolina EMS Director of the Year
March 13, 2022The 43rd annual South Carolina EMS Symposium was held at the Kingston Plantation in Myrtle Beach from March 9th through 12th. The conference, attracting speakers from across the state, and…
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PTC Graduate Enjoying His Career at Self Regional Healthcare
March 9, 2022
Twadarius Jones listened to his heart when he chose cardiovascular technology (CVT) as a major at Piedmont Technical College (PTC). But he listened to his head when he considered the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dr. Jerome Aya-ay, Palmetto Proactive Healthcare
March 3, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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LCSD 56 Announces Change in Covid-19 Protocols
March 2, 2022
On Tuesday, March 1st, Laurens County School District 56 announced changes to the Covid-19 protocols. The changes include: Students and staff are no longer expected to wear masks on school…
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SC Life Sciences honors four leaders in Clemson’s Dr. Martine LaBerge, MUSC Health, DHEC’s Dr. Linda Bell, Nephron’s Ashley Daugherty at record gathering
March 2, 2022
Photo caption: Dr. Linda Belle receives the South Carolina Life Sciences Pinnacle Award for Individual Contribution To resounding applause from a record gathering from 6 countries, 26 states and virtually…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is hiring
March 1, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is hosting a Saturday hiring open house for a variety of clinical positions. Join Bon Secours for open interviews in the following positions:…
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DHEC gradually closing its COVID-19 testing sites beginning today
March 1, 2022
Beginning today, March 1, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will begin scaling back the number of agency-managed vendor COVID-19 testing sites across the state. The…
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Does Medicare cover Home Health Care? The answer is “it depends.”
February 28, 2022
By Molly Thomas, FPQP® The answer to this question is truly “it depends.” Medicare draws a line in the important distinction between medically necessary home health care and personal care…
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Bon Secours begins Community Health Needs Assessment
February 24, 2022
Survey Takes Place Every 3 Years to Identify Top Priorities Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has kicked off its 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), a survey taken every…
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State agencies and local officials issue joint statement about displaced residents of a Cayce Adult Residential Care Facility
February 23, 2022
The S.C. Department of Social Services (DSS), S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), S.C. Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS), S.C. Department on Aging (SCDOA), and Cayce…
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DHEC issues updated schools and childcare centers guidance for managing COVID-19 as an endemic
February 23, 2022
As the impact of COVID-19 continues to decline, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today provided guidance to schools and childcare centers to help transition from Test…
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Veterinarians around the state encouraged to offer low-cost rabies vaccination clinics; join DHEC in promoting rabies awareness
February 23, 2022
Each spring, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) encourages pet owners to take their pets to a veterinarian for routine care and vaccinations. To help make…
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Diversified Medical Healthcare expanding operations in Greenville County
February 23, 2022
More than $51 million investment to create 185 new jobs Diversified Medical Healthcare (DMH), a holding entity with several companies providing healthcare solutions for improved patient care nationwide, today announced plans…
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Prisma Health team members to help build eight SC homes across six counties for largest-ever Habitat for Humanity event
February 22, 2022
Prisma Health will partner with Habitat for Humanity on Thursday, Feb. 24, for the largest single-day multi-site project in Habitat for Humanity South Carolina’s history. The inaugural Prisma Health Partnership…
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DHEC announces planned reductions in COVID-19 testing operations
February 22, 2022
With the accuracy, convenience, and widespread availability of rapid at-home tests, and a significant decrease in demand for drive-through PCR testing, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control…
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Gov. McMaster issues proclamation recognizing SC Life Sciences Week to celebrate state’s fastest-growing industry
February 21, 2022
In recognition of the importance of the life sciences industry in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster has issued a proclamation recognizing February 21-25, 2022 as South Carolina Life Sciences Week…
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Life sciences leader Stomagienics expanding operations, creating jobs in Greenville
February 17, 2022
Stomagienics, Inc., a company that provides innovative solutions for cancer survivors and others who have undergone ostomy surgery, today announced expansion of operations in Greenville County. The company’s undisclosed investment…
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DHEC supports CDC report on effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant people and their babies
February 16, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported Tuesday in its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) that an initial COVID-19 two-dose vaccine series during pregnancy can help prevent COVID-19…
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The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research appoints Raymond N. DuBois as Executive Chairman; announces founder Alex Knaster’s $500 Million new funding commitment
February 16, 2022
Internationally renowned oncology expert assumes leadership role funding cutting-edge cancer research. The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research today announced that Raymond N. (Ray) DuBois, MD, PhD, will join the organization…
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Governor Henry McMaster recognizes impact of “Kidz in Lids” school program
February 15, 2022
Event raises funds to help support cancer patients and their families This year, hundreds more will be diagnosed with childhood cancer in North and South Carolina and the need for…
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Bon Secours earns National Physician Well-being Award
February 14, 2022
Award recognizes programs with resilience, learning, business & quality, and culture components Bon Secours, which is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, was named the recipient of the prestigious Medicus…
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Rev. Samuel Green, Jr. to be honored on National Donor Day 2022
February 14, 2022
Seventh Episcopal District of the AME Church Rev. Green celebrated for his advocacy work in the multicultural community While Valentine’s Day celebrates matters of the heart, it also coincides with…
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Coronavirus & vaccination update in South Carolina
February 14, 2022
Updated Feb 14, 2021 The links provided below are updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. Latest SC Data (Feb 14, 2021) SC Demographic Data…
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Lander University receives gift from Self Regional Healthcare to establish nursing scholarship program
February 11, 2022
Lander University and Self Regional Healthcare today announced the creation of a new nursing scholarship program at the University, established through a transformational endowed gift from the health care provider…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson issues opinion on the legality of doctors prescribing alternative drugs to treat COVID-19
February 11, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today released an opinion saying South Carolina doctors do have the authority to prescribe “off-label” drugs to treat COVID-19. “Our doctors, as well as their patients,…
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CrossFit864 Holds 12th annual 5k run/walk
February 9, 2022
CrossFit864 recently held the 12th annual 5K run/walk. The event usually includes a 1/2 marathon along with the 5k but they have not done the 1/2 in the last two…
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North Greenville Enterprise Zone could lead to new emergency room
February 9, 2022
TRAVELERS REST, SC – Almost a year after a group of community leaders and elected officials came together with a shared mission of bringing emergency room services back to the…
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Terry K. Schmoyer named Corporate Walk Chair for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night
February 9, 2022
The South Carolina Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced Terry K. Schmoyer of Schmoyer and Company CPAs as the Corporate Walk Chair of its 2022 Light The…
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Town of Mount Pleasant honors pioneering pediatric dentist
February 9, 2022The Town of Mount Pleasant proclaimed Feb. 8 as Dr. Jan Day in honor of one of Mount Pleasant’s first pediatric dentists. Dr. Jan Wrobleski – Dr. Jan as he…
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Winter weather can increase heart health risks
February 7, 2022
Bon Secours Urges Importance of Knowing Common Warning Signs Bon Secours is encouraging you to be extra vigilant this winter as the drop in temperatures creates more heart health hazards.…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare sponsors concert series at Credit One Stadium
February 7, 2022
Healthcare system honored to help bring people together for music, fellowship Roper St. Francis Healthcare today is announcing plans to sponsor the concert series at Credit One Stadium on Daniel…
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DHEC spreads awareness, offers free testing for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
February 7, 2022
In recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Feb. 7, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases…
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Kids Teeth urges good dental hygiene as the best way to avoid tooth decay in kids
February 4, 2022
Despite colorful toothbrushes, catchy songs and flavored toothpaste, tooth decay remains a serious issue among children. According to the “State of Little Teeth Report” published by the American Academy of…
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Go Red Columbia Day is tomorrow
February 3, 2022
The City of Columbia will recognize National Wear Red Day along with the American Heart Association. Please plan to wear red on this date, to help show your support to…
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Lander Holds Nursing Career Fair
February 1, 2022
As part of their coursework, Lander University nursing students receive instruction in resume preparation, interview skills and professional development. Nursing career fairs, like the one held on Wednesday, Jan. 26,…
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Is the omicron variant Mother Nature’s way of vaccinating the masses and curbing the pandemic?
February 1, 2022The characteristics of the COVID-19 omicron variant has many people wondering if it could act as a vaccine of sorts, inoculating enough people to effectively bring about herd immunity. By…
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MUSC appoints new Chief of Staff
February 1, 2022
After a comprehensive search process, Dawn Hartsell has been appointed as the new chief of staff for the MUSC President’s Office. Given the rapid growth of the organization since MUSC…
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Stacey Griffith joins Interim HealthCare as Vice President of Strategic and Business Development
January 31, 2022
Interim HealthCare, a leading area provider of home health, hospice, and personal care services in South Carolina, recently welcomed healthcare industry veteran Stacey Griffith as Vice President of Strategic and…
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